Takehiko Inoue is a perfectionist. Over the years, he has revisited Slam Dunk to redraw panels for exclusive releases. For example, the (New Edition) released in 2018 featured digitally remastered art, but the Collection Exclusives often feature completely new sketches on the inside covers and exclusive author commentary.

You will not find these on Amazon.

A complete, sealed set of the French "Edition Originale" sells for between $800 and $1,500 USD. If you see a "Slam Dunk Collection Exclusive" listing on Instagram, it is likely this one.

Unlike the standard volumes which contain ~10 chapters, the Jump Remix compresses the story into fewer, thicker volumes (18 total). But the real draw is the cover art . Inoue redrew iconic scenes using a rougher, looser ink style—similar to his later work on Vagabond .

: Features dynamic sports art, sketches, and gouache pieces that highlight Inoue's evolving artistic style. Special "Real" Manga Extra